The Thap Khlo District Health Board (DHB) in collaboration with private sector partners, led by Akara Resources Public Company Limited, along with Lotushall Mining Heavy Engineering Company Limited, Naracha Civil and Mining Limited Partnership, and Taidong Express Company Limited, successfully hosted “Thap Khlo Run for Season 2.” Held under the theme “Running to Watch the Sunset,” the event featured a unique checkpoint at the “Heart-Shaped Mine Pit,” a key landmark at the Chatree Gold Mine. The initiative aimed to raise funds to assist bedridden patients, low-income individuals, people with disabilities, and victims of fire disasters in the local community.
Ms. Thaneeya Naipinij, Governor of Phichit Province, stated during the opening ceremony that Phichit Province prioritizes the sustainable improvement of its citizens’ quality of life. The goal of today’s event is to raise funds to assist bedridden patients, low-income individuals, people with disabilities, and victims of fire disasters in the Thap Khlo District of Phichit. The province has consistently supported projects and initiatives aimed at enhancing the quality of life for its people, while also highlighting the crucial role of the private sector in driving community development alongside business growth. On this occasion, the Governor also commended the successful collaboration between the public and private sectors, which contributed to the event’s success.
Mr. Sumet Metheerattanapipat, Thap Khlo District Chief, shared that the Thap Khlo District Health Board (DBH), as the main organizer, worked in close partnership with both the government and private sector. In addition to providing financial support, they enhanced the area’s landscape, conducted a cleanup, installed lighting for safety, and stationed staff along the route to ensure participants’ comfort. The event saw an overwhelming turnout with over 1,200 participants. Runners had the option to choose from three distances: 3.9 km, 5.9 km, and 10.9 km. A highlight of the event was the run through the Heart-Shaped Mine Pit, a unique landmark that the district aims to promote as a key tourist attraction, boosting the local economy and generating income for the community.
As for Akara Resources Public Company Limited the only gold mining operator in Thailand, seized this opportunity to welcome thousands of people to experience the beautiful scenery of the mine, underscoring the company’s commitment to transparency in its operations. Ms. Yuwathida Phuk-on, Community Relations and Development Manager, emphasized that the event demonstrated the strong bond between the company and the community, reinforcing their philosophy of harmonious and cooperative living. Akara Resources will continue to collaborate with government agencies, partners, and the community to enhance local quality of life, with the mine playing a vital role in driving sustainable economic growth. This vision is shared by their partners, including Lotushall, Naracha, and Taidong Express, all of which prioritize local employment and ongoing community development initiatives.
“Today, in addition to over 100 prizes provided by Akara, we have prepared a special reward: real gold from the Thai mine, which is another source of pride for us, as we produce quality gold by the skill of Thai people for Thai people,” Ms. Yuwathida concluded.
